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NBA Player Seeks Sole Custody of Child
Indiana Pacers All-Star Paul George, may be seeking sole custody of a New York woman’s child, according to the player’s court petition. Daniela Rajic, the child’s mother, originally filed for sole custody of their two-month-old child, citing George’s hectic travel schedule as making him incapable of carrying out his parental duties. George has filed… Read More »
Same-Sex Marriage Ruling May Affect Ability to Divorce
On July 17, a Florida judge ruled that gay marriage is now allowed in Monroe County, siding with several same-sex couples who claimed that a voter-approved ban was discriminatory. The ruling drew national attention, arriving about two months after a less-publicized Hillsborough County decision in which a circuit county judge upheld the ban by… Read More »
Mistaken Paternity: Avoiding The Issue
The process of establishing paternity can take many twists and turns. If you have always believed you are the biological father of a child, only to later discover you aren’t, it can be extremely difficult. If you face similar circumstances, experienced family law and paternity lawyers in Fort Lauderdale can help answer your questions…. Read More »
Mistaken Paternity: DNA Tests
Due to advances in modern technology and DNA testing, courts can accurately determine whether you are the biological father of a child. Even prenuptial agreements cannot contractually determine fatherhood, obligations to pay child support or other matters related to a child’s welfare. At Vanessa L. Prieto Law Offices LLC, our paternity and prenuptial agreement… Read More »
Mistaken Paternity: Presumption Of Paternity
For most couples, pregnancy and the birth of a child is a planned and welcome event. However, for other couples, it is a surprise that can overwhelm — and, even with modern methods of birth control, the question of legal paternity can arise. At Vanessa L. Prieto Law Offices LLC, our family law and… Read More »
Property Disposition During Divorce: Making Smart Decisions
The Florida divorce process requires an equitable distribution of assets from a marriage, which differs from asset distribution in community property states like Texas and California. While equitable distribution can result in an even split of property, this is not always the case. In the worst case, equitable distribution could strip the assets earned… Read More »
Mistaken Paternity: The Effects Of Paternity Cases
Determining paternity is a highly emotional issue for everyone involved, and the result has lifetime effects. We understand how important establishing paternity is to you, so we make it a priority for us. Our family law and Fort Lauderdale divorce modification lawyers can assist with the variety of consequences that typically accompany paternity cases…. Read More »
Divorce Costs: Managing Attorney Billing Rates
Even post-divorce actions, such as seeking divorce decree modification to relocate your child, take time and money. This is why it’s important to seek child relocation attorneys in Fort Lauderdale who understand the importance of handling your legal matter swiftly and in a cost-efficient manner. We diligently work to resolve family law issues outside… Read More »
Divorce Costs: Property Distribution
The two most common concerns for divorcing couples are how much the divorce will cost and how they can protect their children. Child support lawyers in the Fort Lauderdale area can assist you with both of these issues. It is important to understand that children have the right to receive financial support from both… Read More »
Divorce Costs: The Three Most Expensive Components
If you are considering filing for divorce, the question of how much it will cost is probably at the forefront of your mind. At Vanessa L. Prieto Law Offices LLC, our attorneys are well experienced at gauging the cost of divorce and protecting the rights of hetero and same-sex couples in Florida. As far… Read More »